Principal Startup Investor Manager, Startup Investor Management

Would you like to shape the future of cloud computing by identifying and working with the most promising early-stage startups and venture capital firms in UK and Ireland Do you have the technical depth business acumen and investment insight to help establish AWS as the foundation for the next generation of technology companies

Trusted by more startups around the world AWS makes the power of cloud computing accessible to all. We give founders everywhere access to the same technology that powers the worlds largest companies. With nearly 20 years of experience gained from supporting hundreds of thousands of startups the AWS Startups team helps founders prove that their world-changing ideas are possible at any stage of growth and any level of funding. This is why more startups and over 80% of unicorns choose to launch on AWS.

As a Principal Startup Investor Manager within AWS you will work with venture capital firms and angel investors to accelerate portfolio company success. Youll work with key investors to help unlock the potential of their portfolio companies on AWS enabling faster innovation and scaling. Your role focuses on supporting meaningful initiatives between the investment community and AWS helping startups leverage cloud to achieve breakthrough growth. Youll combine technical understanding of cloud and emerging technologies such as generative AI with business acumen to identify opportunities and ensure startups have access to the tools expertise and support needed to build world-changing products on AWS infrastructure.

AWS Global Sales drives adoption of the AWS cloud worldwide enabling customers of all sizes to innovate and expand in the cloud. Our team empowers every customer to grow by providing tailored service unmatched technology and unwavering support. We dive deep to understand each customers unique challenges then craft innovative solutions that accelerate their success. This customer-first approach is how we built the worlds most adopted cloud. Join us and help us grow.

Key job responsibilities
Build strong Partner-level relationships with the best Venture Capital firms in UK and Ireland
Create and execute investor-focused programs that accelerate portfolio company success
Implement solutions that address specific startup and investor needs
Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives involving AWS Startups Sales Marketing and Product teams
Monitor program effectiveness and provide feedback based on results
Collect early-stage market signals from investors and founders to support AWS innovation and help meet the evolving needs of tomorrows breakthrough companies
Evaluate technical and business potential of startups through understanding of their architecture technology stack and market opportunity
Serve as advisor to portfolio companies helping them optimize their cloud architecture and go-to-market approach

About the team
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- Experience in developing negotiating and executing business agreements
- Experience developing strategies that influence leadership decisions at the organizational level
- Experience working with Core Cloud Technology Services including but not limited to Compute Edge Hybrid Security and/or Networking
- Experience in Go-To-Market Business Development Sales or Consulting
- Experience working with Data & AI related technologies including but not limited to AI/ML GenAI Analytics Database and/or Storage

- Experience as a founder or executive focused on related segments or as a practice leader or business unit owner
- Experience selling to Fortune 1000 or Global 2000 organizations

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